Production Supervisor

Job Description

We are looking for a Production Supervisor to work on a permanent basis for a large engineering/fabrication company based near Denton.

Salary is c£36-38,000 per annum plus 25 day’ holiday and bank holidays, pension, company bonus etc.

Our client is ideally serking a Production Supervisor / Team Leader with previous experience of working with CNC, Machinery, Fabrication etc.

Key Responsibilities for the Production Supervisor

• Supervise daily production activities to ensure output, quality, cost, and delivery targets are achieved.
• Lead and promote a strong health & safety culture, ensuring full compliance with company policies and 5S standards.
• Coordinate labour and resources effectively to optimise workflow and minimise downtime.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with engineering drawings and aerospace specifications.
• Monitor and improve manufacturing processes including:
  • CNC routing and punching (material cutting)
  • Heat treatment processes
  • Forming operations (hand forming, rubber press, press-brake)
  • Inspection and quality control methodologies
• Use MRP systems to plan, track and manage production orders.
• Identify and eliminate waste within processes using lean principles.
• Lead problem-solving activities and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across production operations.
• Manage, coach, and develop production staff to maximise engagement and performance.
• Make effective and timely operational decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Requirements

• Proven supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment (essential).
• Time-served Sheet Metal Worker / Fabricator (highly desirable).
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and aerospace specifications.
• Demonstrable knowledge of sheet metal production processes including cutting, forming, heat treatment, and inspection.
• Experience using MRP systems.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Excellent communication and people management skills.
• Energetic, forward-thinking, and results-driven approach.
• Commitment to safe working practices and maintaining 5S standards.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience within an aerospace-regulated manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing tools and structured continuous improvement methodologies.

Personal Qualities

• Strong leadership presence on the shop floor.
• Hands-on and technically competent.
• Organised, disciplined, and detail-oriented.
• Able to motivate teams and manage performance effectively.
• Calm under pressure and able to prioritise workload efficiently.